Challenge 10 Litre Dehumidifier

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We have a dehumidifier and use it when the heat is on occasionally to make sure the rooms are dry. We live in an old house, and I am surprised and what it removes. We open wardrobes in bedrooms and use it every so often. Haven't used it yet, but ours was an Argos own brand, and it is excellent. We have had it for years."(Brand recommended by Mumsnet user billy1966) Extraction amount: It is essential to consider the maximum amount of moisture your dehumidifier can extract daily. It can range from anywhere from 500ml to upwards of 30 litres. Small units are fine for occasional use or a small area, such as a cupboard or study. Around 12 litres is suitable for a small flat, medium-sized room or a mild damp problem. Up to 16 litres is best for a larger room or one used regularly for washing or cooking, and units with a capacity of up to 20/30 litres can be used to dehumidify whole homes. Generally, a relative humidity of 50% is comfortable for your home. It will make sure your belongings and interior is protected from moisture but it isn’t too dry which can be harsh on your skin and body How Does A Dehumidifier Work? Before you buy, there are a couple of things you need to be aware of. There are 2 different kinds of dehumidifiers so think about which one will suit your home better. Refrigerant (or Compressor) Dehumidifier

The EcoAir is super easy to use: its control panel ensures that the user is very much in control with the intuitive control panel. The five-stage purification offers multiple functions including deodorization, allergy control, silver Nano filtration, and an electronic ionizer. Together these features will, in combination, work to purify the air in your home. Desiccant dehumidifiers extract water using an absorbent material to draw moisture from the air. Then an internal heater warms it so the moisture condenses and drips into the tank below.

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One of the most popular dehumidifiers on the market at the moment, because it is one of the best at doing the job it is designed for. Next up is material. Read through the product description for Challenge 12 Litre Dehumidifier to get an understanding of the materials the product is made from. Some materials will obviously be known for delivering better quality item than others. You might also have decided that you’ll only accept a product made from a particular material.

There are two main types of dehumidifiers that work in slightly different ways: desiccant dehumidifiers and compressor (also known as refrigerant) dehumidifiers. While all dehumidifiers have the same aim, which type you go for will depend on where and how you will use it. Desiccant dehumidifier From older, draughty houses to unheated, low-traffic spaces like a garage or basement, experts recommend a desiccant dehumidifier, like the EcoAir DD1 Simple, as the most effective type in colder temperatures (far more than its compressor counterparts). What’s more, Mumsnetters love this model for its compact, slimline design with a portable carry handle and its ability to quietly extract up to seven litres of water daily (so you won’t be disturbed whilst sleeping or working from home!).Before you buy a dehumidifier, it is important to calculate what tank size will be right for your home. Tank sizes range from between 0.5 litres and 20 litres and this is the amount of water the dehumidifier will hold. Thanks to the LED display, you can select these modes with ease, or set timers without the guesswork. If you need to move it from room to room, you’ll be pleased to know it is lightweight and there is a handy carry handle, so it can be taken up and downstairs without a strain. Of the 12 products, we discovered that 9 were more expensive and 2 were cheaper than Challenge 10 Litre Dehumidifier. Prices from Challenge Dehumidifiers do not kill mould, but they help make it inert and stop it from spreading (the spores love humid air!). You need a dehumidifier to treat the underlying cause and a good mould killer to eliminate it completely. Here’s our guide to the best mould removers so you can clean it off any surface and stop it from regrowing. How do dehumidifiers work?